Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist

Location: Riyadh

Time Type: Full time

Posted On: Posted Today

Job Requisition ID: R0642155

Certified as a Top Employer; KONE is dedicated to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent people practices. We are committed to fostering a great work culture and inspiring the highest standards of quality and efficiency, putting our people first and creating a workplace that nurtures collaboration, diversity, growth, and wellbeing.

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At KONE, Safety is an integral part of the way we work. It is a cornerstone of our culture and part of the foundation for how we do business. To continue building KONE Safety Culture and proactively promote safety practices, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Safety Specialist to be based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Reporting into the Safety Manager, the successful candidate will proactively work to ensure continuous improvement of safety performance and awareness in the business unit. We are looking for somebody with a proven track record of being a go-getter and who can collaborate with the unit functions to ensure the continuous improvement of processes, procedures, and guidelines affecting safety.

1. Monitor the implementation of unit safety policy, processes, procedures, and guidelines.
2. Provide expertise and support to the business unit on matters affecting safety.
3. Perform safety inspections/audits to verify compliance and identify deviations and risks affecting safety.
4. Operate the accident & near miss incident investigation process, complete or verify accident and investigation reports in cooperation with line management and technical specialists.
5. Support line management and technical specialists in defining and implementing corrective and preventive actions from audits and investigation findings.
6. Monitor the effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.
7. Share safety-related information throughout the business unit.
8. Interact with external stakeholders (i.e., clients and authorities) in matters affecting safety, under the direction of the Safety Manager.
9. Conduct training.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Educational degree in engineering or related field.
2. 2-5 years of experience in safety in elevators, construction, or related industries.
3. Passionate about safety with excellent communication, training, and organizational skills.
4. Excellent English & Arabic language skills.
5. English writing skill is a must.
6. Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
7. OSHA 30, IOSH in Managing Safety.
8. NEBOSH is preferable.
9. This role is only open for Saudi nationals.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us, and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other, and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.